Quality Technician

Quality Technician

Location(s): Cortland, IL, US, 60112 Function: Manufacturing Audience: Hourly Work Arrangement: On Site

OC Business Title: Quality Technician Job Title: Quality Technician Reports to: Plant Controller Pay Rate: $25.00 hr Work Schedule: Day shift Monday-Friday 7a-3:30p; overtime as needed

Purpose Of The Job

The QC / Lab Technician supports plant quality, laboratory operations, research and development trials, selected administrative controls, and continuous improvement activities. This role performs raw material and batch testing, supports batch release and laboratory documentation, prepares spray foam experiments, and completes assigned accounting-support processes in accordance with established controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, organized, and able to maintain accurate records while working collaboratively across quality, operations, R&D, and finance functions.

Job Responsibilities

• Safety and Chemical Handling
• Quality Control and Batch Testing
• Accounting Processes and SOX Controls
• Laboratory, R&D, Foam Testing, and Housekeeping
• Continuous Improvement and TPM Participation
• Training, Cross-Training, and Team Support

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, physics, accounting, business, or a related field preferred. Laboratory, quality control, materials testing, accounts payable, ERP, or manufacturing experience preferred; training may be provided. Basic understanding of chemistry and the ability to safely use laboratory equipment. Familiarity with laboratory safety, controlled documentation, and electronic recordkeeping preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn ERP, invoice workflow, and laboratory record systems. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Compare test results, invoices, system records, approvals, and supporting documentation with accuracy. Prioritize work across laboratory, production-support, accounting, and month-end deadlines. Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling formulas, financial information, and customer information. Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and improvement-focused work environment.

Essential Physical Requirements And Work Environment

Sit and/or stand for extended periods during an eight-hour daylight shift. Work in laboratory, production, warehouse, and office environments as assigned. Wear required PPE and safely handle approved laboratory materials. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Work overtime as needed.